Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS)

Safe and Sound with CCOHS

CCOHS produces monthly podcasts on a wide variety of topics related to workplace health and safety. Each episode is designed to keep you current with information, tips and insights into the health, safety and well-being of working Canadians. You can download the audio segment to your computer or MP3 player and listen to it at your own convenience.!

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Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS)

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Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

Keeping Workers Safe When Working From Heights 17.03.2020

There's no escaping the fact that working at heights is risky. Every year, workers die or are injured as a result of falling from ladders, scaffolds, roofs or other elevations. In this episode, the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) shares steps employers and workers can take to minimize the risk, and help prevent falls and the injuries that go along with them. Released: Ma...

Protéger les travailleurs qui œuvrent en hauteur 17.03.2020

Il va de soi que le travail en hauteur comporte des risques. Chaque année, des travailleurs sont soit blessés, soit tués parce qu'ils sont tombés d'une échelle, d'un échafaudage, d'un toit ou d'un autre point surélevé. Dans cet épisode, le Centre canadien d'hygiène et de sécurité au travail (CCHST) présente les étapes que les employeurs et les employés devraient suivre afin de réduire au minimum l...

The Hazards of Nanomaterials and How to Control Exposure 09.03.2020

Nanomaterials have many useful properties; however, the same properties that make them desirable in manufacturing present unique potential safety hazards that are possible when workers are exposed to them. In this episode, Todd Irick from OHCOW's Nanotechnology and Health Network explains why nanotechnology is a  health and safety concern in the workplace and how exposure to nanomaterials can be c...

Bridging the Gap Between Caregiving and Work | Carer-Inclusive Standard for Workplaces 26.02.2020

The CSA Standard Carer-inclusive and accommodating organizations standard was created to help employers support workers in Canada who provide care and assistance to family or friends living with ongoing conditions, while working at the same time. In this episode Dr. Allison Williams, chair of the committee that created the standard, discusses how workplaces can support the growing numbers of carer...

Tips to Help Raise the Awareness in RSI Day 29.01.2020

International Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) Awareness Day is February 29th.  As the only "non-repetitive" day of the year, it's the ideal date to devote to raising awareness of repetitive strain injuries.  Listen for tips to help identify the risk factors and avoid the patterns that can lead to these injuries. Released: January 29, 2020 File Size:  3.8 MB Length:  3:26 minutes

Conseils pour accroître la sensibilisation lors de la Journée sur les LATR 29.01.2020

Le 29 février est la Journée internationale de sensibilisation aux lésions attribuables au travail répétitif (LATR). Seule journée qui ne se répète pas tous les ans, cette date est le moment idéal pour se consacrer à la sensibilisation aux lésions attribuables au travail répétitif. Découvrez comment identifier les facteurs de risques et éviter les tendances pouvant mener à ces blessures. Date de d...

Don't Rush into Winter Driving 12.12.2019

Harsh winter conditions can appear out of nowhere. When they do, many drivers may get caught off-guard. No matter how many winters you've driven through, it's always a good idea to take some time to prepare before heading out into the elements keeping in mind some safe driving advice. Released: December 12, 2019 File Size:  3.2 MB Length:  3:41 minutes

La conduite hivernale : pourquoi se presser? 12.12.2019

Les conditions hivernales difficiles peuvent apparaître de façon soudaine. Lorsqu'elles frappent, de nombreux automobilistes sont pris au dépourvu dans des conditions de froid, de neige et de glace. Peu importe le nombre d'hivers traversés, il est toujours bon de prévoir avant de s'exposer aux éléments de la nature, tout en se rappelant quelques conseils de conduite sécuritaire. Date de diffusion...

A Closer Look at Nonvisible Disabilities 26.11.2019

According to the 2017 Canadian Survey on Disability, 1 in 5 Canadians between 25-64 years of age have at least one disability. That means there are about 4 million adults experiencing limitations - including physical, chronic pain, cognitive, and mental health issues - many of which are not immediately apparent to others. Accommodating workers with these nonvisible disabilities is not just a legal...

Regard sur les incapacités invisibles 26.11.2019

D'après l'Enquête canadienne sur l'incapacité de 2017, une personne sur cinq âgée entre 25 et 64 ans est atteinte d'au moins une incapacité. Cela signifie qu'environ quatre millions d'adultes ont des limitations (conditions physiques, douleur chronique, troubles cognitifs, maladie mentale), dont beaucoup ne sont pas immédiatement apparentes. Prendre des mesures d'adaptation pour ces travailleurs a...

Supporting Workers with a Comprehensive Return to Work Program 24.10.2019

Sonya Tonkovich from the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) shares tips on what should be included in a comprehensive return to work program, and how organizations can support workers returning to work from both physical and mental health related leaves. Released: October 24, 2019 File Size:  4.91 MB Length:  5 :56 minutes ********** « Supporting Workers with a Comprehensiv...

Artificial Intelligence: Managing the Positive and Negative Implications for Workers. 20.09.2019

The spread of artificial intelligence into science, society, and the workplace is a revolutionary change that will have profound impact on not only jobs but also on the well-being of workers.  Bill Wilkerson, Executive Chairman of Mental Health International authored a recently published report entitled One Human One Not: Mental Health in the Era of Artificial Intelligence . In this episode Bill s...

Minimizing the Risks: Health and Safety Tips for Truck Drivers 19.08.2019

From working long days, driving long distances, and the pressures of meeting delivery deadlines, truck drivers work under unique conditions that present many health and safety challenges. In this podcast episode, the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) shares steps that both employers and workers can take to minimize the health and safety risks that come with long-haul truck...

Réduire les risques : Conseils de santé et de sécurité pour les camionneurs 19.08.2019

Qu'il s'agisse de longues journées de travail, de parcourir de longues distances ou de respecter les délais de livraison, les camionneurs travaillent dans des conditions uniques qui présentent de nombreux défis en matière de santé et de sécurité. Dans ce balado, le Centre canadien d'hygiène et de sécurité au travail (CCHST) présente des mesures que les employeurs et les travailleurs peuvent prendr...

Harcèlement au travail 15.08.2019

Commérages, intimidation et comportement offensant. Sont-ils présents dans votre milieu de travail? Est-ce que l'un de vos collègues ou vous-même en êtes victime? Il ne s'agit que de quelques exemples de harcèlement. Écoutez et découvrez des trucs et des conseils à mesure que vous en apprenez davantage sur le harcèlement en milieu de travail. Date de diffusion : 15 août 2019 Taille du fichier :  6...

Harassment in the Workplace 31.07.2019

Gossip, intimidation, and offensive behavior. These are just a few examples of harassment. Do they exist in your workplace? Are you or a co-worker the victim? Listen to this interview and discover tips and advice as you learn more about harassment in the workplace. Released: July 31, 2019 File Size:  5.7 MB Length:   7:32 minutes    

Occupational Disease and Prevention 26.06.2019

Valerie Wolfe is the Regional Executive Director of Occupational Health Clinics for Ontario Workers (OHCOW), who, in collaboration with CCOHS, has developed and launched, the website Prevent Occupational Disease. In this podcast interview Valerie Wolfe discusses occupational disease and prevention. Released:  June 26, 2019 File Size:   4.8 MB Length:   6:02 minutes ******* « Occupational Disease a...

Peer-to-Peer Support and Mental Health in the Workplace: An Interview with Steve Tizzard 03.05.2019

Steve Tizzard, Radio Operator on the Hibernia Platform in the North Atlantic Ocean, shares his experience working in isolation, away from family and friends, and what catapulted him to champion a mental health peer-to-peer support program in his workplace. Released: May 3, 2019 File Size:  7.83 MB Length:   8:33 minutes ******* « Peer-to-Peer Support and Mental Health in the Workplace: An Intervie...

Day of Mourning: Lisa Kadosa's Story 16.04.2019

Threads of Life speaker Lisa Kadosa shares her family's story of how a workplace tragedy impacted their lives and what she's doing now to spread awareness about prevention. Released: April 16, 2019 File Size:  8.98 MB Length:  9:48 minutes

Jour de deuil : L'histoire de Lisa Kadosa 16.04.2019

Lisa Kadosa, conférencière de Fil de vie, parle de la tragédie en milieu de travail qui a bouleversé sa vie et celle de sa famille et des efforts qu'elle déploie pour sensibiliser la population à la prévention. Date de diffusion : le 16 avril 2019 Taille du fichier :  7.69 mb Durée :   8 :24 min

Confined Spaces: No Small Danger 25.03.2019

Toxic air, flammable vapours and the only way out is through a small opening – this situation is just one of many scenarios that describe what it's like to work in a confined space. While hazards can be found in every type of workspace, confined spaces have the potential to be even more hazardous. In this podcast, CCOHS shares tips to identify and control the hazards and risks when working in conf...

Les espaces clos : un danger à ne pas négliger 25.03.2019

De l'air toxique, des vapeurs inflammables, et une seule issue se trouvant de l'autre côté d'une petite ouverture : voilà un des nombreux scénarios pouvant décrire les conditions de travail dans un espace clos. Bien qu'on puisse trouver des dangers dans tous les types d'espaces de travail, les espaces clos peuvent s'avérer encore plus dangereux. Dans ce balado, le CCHST donne des conseils pour cer...

Bullying in the Workplace: 6 Tips for Prevention 22.02.2019

Bullying in the workplace is recognized as a serious problem that can cause undue stress, anxiety, and low morale among workers. In this episode, the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) lists types of bullying behaviour, the psychological impacts it can have, and provides tips for prevention. Released: February 22, 2019 File Size:   4 MB Length:   4:28 minutes

L'intimidation en milieu de travail : six conseils de prévention 22.02.2019

L'intimidation en milieu de travail est reconnue comme un grave problème qui cause un stress et une anxiété inutiles et qui mine le moral des travailleurs. Dans cet épisode, le Centre canadien d'hygiène et de sécurité au travail (CCHST) présente les types de comportements intimidants et leurs effets psychologiques possibles, et donne des conseils en matière de prévention. Date de diffusion :  25 f...

8 Tips to Make Your Health and Safety Committee Meetings Effective 23.01.2019

The success of a joint health and safety committee depends partly on how well the committee meetings are organized and conducted. In this episode, the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety shares 8 tips to help make your health and safety committee meetings effective. Released: January 23, 2019 File Size:   3 MB Length:   3:09 minutes

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